Open Space Mediation Blog

Ever encountered someone with a seriously inflated ego, always craving attention and lacking empathy? You may have come across a narcissist! Narcissism is something that goes beyond just obsessing over looks; it’s a deep-rooted personality trait that can cause...

Love is a beautiful and transformative emotion that has the power to bring people together and create fulfilling relationships. However, sometimes love can turn toxic, leading to a complex and harmful bond known as trauma bonding. In this article, we will explore the...

The relationships we have with our partners, family, colleagues, and friends can make or break us. But how do we ensure that these links are healthy and lasting? One key factor is emotional intelligence – the ability to perceive, understand, and manage emotions....

Why is divorce a $28 billion a year industry that affects 50 percent of the people involved in marriage? At the end of the day, I think it all comes down to emotions. If people didn’t have strong emotions around the issues of divorce, it would be relatively...

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, financial abuse is one of the most common forms of abuse experienced by victims of domestic violence, with nearly 99% of survivors reporting some form of financial abuse during their relationship. Abusers...

One of the most challenging parts of a divorce is deciding what to do with the family home - especially with the recent rise of interest rates and property values. The family home, OF COURSE, is charged with all kinds of emotions and can be an incredibly charged topic...

Divorce can bring out the worst of people. It increases fear and anxiety - and that can cause people to make a run for the most aggressive attorney in town. And there's a place for them. But not always. There are PLENTY of instances where attorneys are not led by...

Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process, especially for those with high net worth. As the assets and financial situation are typically more complicated, it's important for men to understand the unique challenges and concerns they may face during a...

In the United States, about 40–50% of marriages end in divorce. And 70% of those divorces are initiated by women. There is an overall view that women bear the highest burden of divorce and require more public and private support than men. And there is ample evidence...